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  • Sciatica Sciatica pain, caused by irritation of the sciatic nerve, typically radiates from the low back to behind the thigh to below the...learn more »
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    • Sciatica facts
    • What is sciatica?
    • What are causes of sciatica?
    • What are risk factors for sciatica?
    • What are sciatica symptoms?
    • How is sciatica diagnosed?
    • What are treatment options for sciatica?
    • What is the outlook (prognosis) for patients with sciatica?
    • Can sciatica be prevented?
  • Hip Bursitis Bursitis of the hip results when the fluid-filled sac (bursa) near the hip becomes inflamed due to localized soft tissue trauma...learn more »
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    Hip Bursitis Article
    • Hip bursitis facts
    • What is bursitis?
    • What is hip bursitis?
    • What causes hip bursitis?
    • What are hip bursitis symptoms?
    • How is hip bursitis diagnosed?
    • What is the treatment for hip bursitis?
    • What is the prognosis for hip bursitis?
  • Torn Meniscus A torn meniscus (knee cartilage) may be caused by suddenly stopping, sharply twisting, or deep squatting or kneeling when lifting...learn more »
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    Torn Meniscus Article
    • Torn meniscus facts
    • Introduction to the knee
    • What is a torn meniscus?
    • What causes a meniscus to tear?
    • What are symptoms and signs of a torn meniscus?
    • How is a meniscus tear diagnosed?
    • What is the treatment for a torn meniscus?
    • Can a meniscus tear heal without surgery?
    • What is rehabilitation and recovery like for a patient with a meniscus tear?
    • What are recommended exercises once a torn meniscus has been repaired?
  • Lower Back Pain There are many causes of back pain. Pain in the low back can relate to the bony lumbar spine, discs between the vertebrae,...learn more »
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    Lower Back Pain Article
    • Low back pain facts
    • What is the anatomy of the low back?
    • What is the function of the low back?
    • What are common causes of lower back pain?
    • What are other causes of lower back pain?
    • What are uncommon causes of low back pain?
    • What are other symptoms and signs sometimes associated with low back pain?
    • How is low back pain diagnosed?
    • What is the treatment for low back pain?
    • What is the outlook (prognosis) for low back pain?
    • Can low back pain be prevented?
  • Athlete's Foot Athlete's foot (tinea pedis) is a skin infection caused by the ringworm fungus. Symptoms include itching, burning, cracking,...learn more »
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    Athlete's Foot Article
    • Athlete's foot facts
    • What is athlete's foot?
    • What are the symptoms and signs of athlete's foot?
    • What does athlete's foot look like?
    • Is athlete's foot contagious?
    • What else causes foot rashes?
    • What is the treatment for athlete's foot?
    • What home remedy can I use for athlete's foot?
    • How can I treat athlete's foot in pregnancy?
    • When should I seek medical care?
    • What are possible complications of athlete's foot?
    • What kind of doctor treats athlete's foot?
    • How can I prevent future athlete's foot infections?
  • Knee Pain The knee joint is composed of three compartments and ligaments which stabilize the joint. Causes of knee pain may include...learn more »
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    Knee Pain Article
    • Knee pain facts
    • How is the knee designed, and what is its function?
    • What are risk factors for knee pain?
    • What injuries can cause knee pain, and what are symptoms? How is knee pain with injury diagnosed and treated?
    • What are diseases and conditions that can cause knee pain, and what is the treatment for knee pain?
    • What is the outlook (prognosis) for knee pain?
    • Can knee pain be prevented?

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